Common name:Malva Rose, Island Tree Mallow
Botanical name:Lavatera assurgentiflora
This is a fast growing, evergreen, flowering shrub that works great as a foundation planting or windbreak. They require little maintenance other than occasional shearing to keep it dense.
Common name:Buffalo Juniper
Botanical name:Juniperus sabina 'Buffalo'
Buffalo Juniper is a wide-spreading, low-growing, very hardy sub-shrub with bright green foliage. It presents a softer, feathery look than most junipers and is an excellent ground cover. Like most junipers, it grows best in full sun and well drained soil. This shrub is great for erosion control. It tolerates heat.
Are pests bugging you? If pests are taking over there might be a good reason! Instead of grabbing that bottle of spray, consider using techniques that can solve your pest problems without toxic pesticides.
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Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.